TEAM
CARL KUSTER
CKMP is the dream of Carl Kuster, former Snocross racing star on the Blair Morgan Racing Team. While Carl was well known for his Snocross and X-Game accomplishments, his father Jim Kuster introduced him to mountain riding at the age of 10 and it has been his true passion ever since. This 30 year love and infatuation for big mountain riding lead him to create CKMP in the Monashee mountain range of British Columbia in 2008. Carl is an outstanding and patient teacher. He can improve the skills of even the most experienced backcountry snowmobiler. Obtaining a mechanical background from working at his parent’s dealership from a very young age, he eventually attended Fairview College to be a journeyman motorcycle mechanic. All these attributes together help him contribute to partners like BRP the evolution of the snowmobile industry and backcountry riding experiences.
CARL KUSTER
CKMP BACKCOUNTRY GUIDES
JASON RIBI
GUIDE
SHELLEY FERGUSON
GUIDE
DENNIS PATON
GUIDE
JASON RIBI
LEAD GUIDE
I have been Guiding in and around central BC for the past 12 years and been the lead guide at Carl Kuster mountain park for the last 3 years. My years of experience, avalanche training, education and love of the back country have given me the opportunity to take on the lead Guide role at CKMP and help educate and build the guiding program.
My love of Motorsports and the out doors doesn’t stop at snowmobiles. The summers are spent on two wheels riding, racing and exploring with Guests at CKMP as well as in my spare time. Weekends are spent with my wife and daughter, enjoying all the outdoor activities we are lucky enough to have in our backyard!
SHELLEY FERGUSON
LEAD GUIDE
I have been snowmobiling for about 25 years now, and professionally Guiding for 12 years. Before that I was an avid backcountry skier. The reason I started snowmobiling is because i wanted to ski the big lines, and i felt that a snowmobile would be my ticket to getting back into some of these remote places. I soon realized that in order to ski the big lines I definitely needed more skills on the machine. This is where it all started… I finally left the skis at home, slipped on the comfy boots and headed out to learn how to snowmobile, and never looked back. I still love strapping on the skis now and then, but snowmobiling to me is like getting to ski up and down the mountain in never ending powder, what could be better.
I have been with CKMP since the beginning, ever since Carl convinced me of this crazy idea – and have been by his side every step of the way.
My favorite thing to do in the winter when not working, is exploratory sledding – finding new areas to sled and sled ski with friends is the ultimate. In the summer I love dirt biking, mountain biking, surfing and spending time with Carl, our son Carver, family & friends.
I have been with CKMP since the beginning, ever since Carl convinced me of this crazy idea – and have been by his side every step of the way.
My favorite thing to do in the winter when not working, is exploratory sledding – finding new areas to sled and sled ski with friends is the ultimate. In the summer I love dirt biking, mountain biking, surfing and spending time with Carl, our son Carver, family & friends.
SHELLEY FERGUSON
GUIDE
I have been snowmobiling for about 25 years now, and professionally Guiding for 12 years. Before that I was an avid backcountry skier. The reason I started snowmobiling is because i wanted to ski the big lines, and i felt that a snowmobile would be my ticket to getting back into some of these remote places. I soon realized that in order to ski the big lines I definitely needed more skills on the machine. This is where it all started… I finally left the skis at home, slipped on the comfy boots and headed out to learn how to snowmobile, and never looked back. I still love strapping on the skis now and then, but snowmobiling to me is like getting to ski up and down the mountain in never ending powder, what could be better.
I have been with CKMP since the beginning, ever since Carl convinced me of this crazy idea – and have been by his side every step of the way.
My favorite thing to do in the winter when not working, is exploratory sledding – finding new areas to sled and sled ski with friends is the ultimate. In the summer I love dirt biking, mountain biking, surfing and spending time with Carl, our son Carver, family & friends.
I have been with CKMP since the beginning, ever since Carl convinced me of this crazy idea – and have been by his side every step of the way.
My favorite thing to do in the winter when not working, is exploratory sledding – finding new areas to sled and sled ski with friends is the ultimate. In the summer I love dirt biking, mountain biking, surfing and spending time with Carl, our son Carver, family & friends.
MIKE MCSTAY
GUIDE
DONNIE JENKINS
GUIDE
RYEN DUNFORD
PHOTOGRAPHER
DENNIS PATON
GUIDE
I grew up as a small town Sask kid riding sleds and dirt bikes since a young age. My first sled was a kitty cat and I put a lot of miles on it driving around the front yard. I never found my passion for mountain riding until I came to CKMP in 2014 as a guest, and soon decided I needed to make snowmobiling my career. I came to work for CKMP the 2016-2017 winter and never looked back.
I am a jack of all trades so you will see me guiding you up the mountain in winter and summer, to working on sleds or bikes at night in the shop. My favorite part of the job is being able to put a smile on everyones face no matter the weather or snow condition. When I m not at work you will find me hanging out with my family, dirt biking, mountain biking, or basically anything out doors.
Loaf is Life.
I am a jack of all trades so you will see me guiding you up the mountain in winter and summer, to working on sleds or bikes at night in the shop. My favorite part of the job is being able to put a smile on everyones face no matter the weather or snow condition. When I m not at work you will find me hanging out with my family, dirt biking, mountain biking, or basically anything out doors.
Loaf is Life.
DONNIE JENKINS
GUIDE
DONNIE JENKINS
GUIDE
MIKE MCSTAY
GUIDE
RYEN DUNFORD
PHOTOGRAPHER
Ryen Dunford has been sledding for 20 years and not a day goes by that he doesn’t bring his camera with him. A lover of interior BC pow, he is one of the original noboarders! His favourite shot is capturing a rider’s deepest of days. Ryen is looking forward to capturing our guests playing in the mountains at CKMP. Above: The cover of Mtn Sledder Magazine, 2017 opening season copy.
RYEN DUNFORD
PHOTOGRAPHER
Ryen Dunford has been sledding for 20 years and not a day goes by that he doesn’t bring his camera with him. A lover of interior BC pow, he is one of the original noboarders! His favourite shot is capturing a rider’s deepest of days. Ryen is looking forward to capturing our guests playing in the mountains at CKMP. Above: The cover of Mtn Sledder Magazine, 2017 opening season copy.
Team
CARL KUSTER
Carl Kuster is two time Snocross X-Game gold medalist, World Snowmobile Hill Climb Champion, Junior X-Country Canadian Dirtbike Champion and International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) silver medalist. Obtaining a mechanical background from working at his parent’s dealership from a very young age, Carl attended Fairview College to become a journeyman motorcycle mechanic. Carl’s true passion for exploring the backcountry in the winter and summer have allowed him to stay out of the shop and on the throttle.
CKMP MOTOCROSS GUIDES
JASON RIBI
GUIDE
SAM KING
GUIDE
JASON RIBI
GUIDE
Jason Ribi has been a CKMP lead Guide for 4 years. When the snow melts Jason switches to wheel and continues the never ending quest of the unknown. No amount of blood sweat and anti-freeze can wipe the smile from his face when met with adversity and the challenge of backcountry exploration.
SAM KING
GUIDE
An Australian moto-trials athlete who has performed freestyle-trials tricks all around the world. King also founded the lifestyle brand Ride The Vibe and now takes his team to events all around North-America in a specialized School Bus to perform live moto stunts for the crowds entertainment. Sam is an expert coach helping all levels of riders improve trials riding skills and applying them to enduro and motocross.
SAM KING
GUIDE
An Australian moto-trials athlete who has performed freestyle-trials tricks all around the world. King also founded the lifestyle brand Ride The Vibe and now takes his team to events all around North-America in a specialized School Bus to perform live moto stunts for the crowds entertainment. Sam is an expert coach helping all levels of riders improve trials riding skills and applying them to enduro and motocross.